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2.1 Injection, Convert To Carb - Feedback Required

Last post by mikeh « 25 Mar 2011, 09:01
Replies: 17
by mikeh » 26 Feb 2011, 19:14
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My 2.1 injection is giving issues along the lines of spluttering, choking and some form of backfire. Only when the engine is at it running...
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Last post by mikeh
25 Mar 2011, 09:01
help with water leak please

Last post by hippy chick « 24 Mar 2011, 22:55
Replies: 15
by hippy chick » 22 Mar 2011, 15:03
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I have been trying to find a water leak in my 1.9 petrol water cooled. i have been trying to get hold of a hose that runs around the left side of the...
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Last post by hippy chick
24 Mar 2011, 22:55
knock knock

Last post by Hacksawbob « 24 Mar 2011, 21:57
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by sinbad898 » 24 Mar 2011, 18:13

can please somebody help me! i'm new to all this camper business and since ive owned my vehicle, may of last year, ive been plagued by a knocking...

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Last post by Hacksawbob
24 Mar 2011, 21:57
uprated alternator

Last post by kevtherev « 24 Mar 2011, 20:20
Replies: 4
by probey28 » 24 Mar 2011, 15:09

hi all. I have a 2.0l Aircooled t25 on an x plate. just wondering is it possible too get an uprated version of my alternator or could i have my...

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Last post by kevtherev
24 Mar 2011, 20:20
VAN WON'T START AFTER FUEL PUMP CHANGE...HELP!!

Last post by corduroyculture « 24 Mar 2011, 18:26
Replies: 33
by corduroyculture » 26 Feb 2011, 19:46
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Hi,

My 1.9 petrol has been suffering from the intermittent 'kangarooing' that I've been reading about on various threads. Usually happens on long...
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Last post by corduroyculture
24 Mar 2011, 18:26
Is wynns STOP LEAK/SMOKE or similar any good?

Last post by R0B « 24 Mar 2011, 16:55
Replies: 6
by Cyrus » 24 Mar 2011, 08:25

Is the stop leak or smoke additive from wynns, redex etc ant good?
I used it years ago when selling a smoke car but for the long run is it any good...

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Last post by R0B
24 Mar 2011, 16:55
removed idle cut off solenoid did i put it back ok?

Last post by BOXY « 24 Mar 2011, 15:40
Replies: 5
by elmo makaroy » 23 Mar 2011, 21:14

ive just had to remove the idle cutoff valve from my van to see if its working properly, now ive just screwed it back in and i cannot remember how it...

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Last post by BOXY
24 Mar 2011, 15:40
Oil leak bodge

Last post by Fin « 24 Mar 2011, 13:28
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by Fin » 24 Mar 2011, 12:47

So after my trip to north Wales last weekend - the old girl was using rather a lot of oil - about 2 ltrs per 100 miles :shock:
It was deposited...

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Last post by Fin
24 Mar 2011, 13:28
No idea

Last post by tommin « 24 Mar 2011, 11:46
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by tommin » 21 Mar 2011, 11:08

Hi just another one for someone to enlighten me. Any help or advice greatly appreciated.

Is there suppose to be a hole showing the workings?...

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Last post by tommin
24 Mar 2011, 11:46
1986 1.9 dg watercooled t25 pushrod replacement

Last post by gollfy « 24 Mar 2011, 00:20
Replies: 9
by gollfy » 22 Mar 2011, 13:59

Hello,

I have bit the bullet and ordered myself 8 telescopic push rods with seals to try and resolve my oil leak issue.
I shall be replacing the...

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Last post by gollfy
24 Mar 2011, 00:20
cu engine fuel pump hex bolt size

Last post by bigherb « 23 Mar 2011, 21:34
Replies: 1
by elmo makaroy » 23 Mar 2011, 19:23

does any1 know wot size the 2 big hex bolts needed to remove the fuel pump are on the fuel pump of a cu engine?
i need to get my fuel pump off but...

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Last post by bigherb
23 Mar 2011, 21:34
DG or not DG

Last post by uniB « 23 Mar 2011, 21:04
Replies: 7
by uniB » 23 Mar 2011, 12:09

Bit embarrassed to ask such a Nube-like question, but just to get this straight once and for all... If I've got a 1.9 watercooled '88 van is it a DG...

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Last post by uniB
23 Mar 2011, 21:04
dipstick level

Last post by Ian Hulley « 23 Mar 2011, 19:32
Replies: 10
by hulky » 23 Mar 2011, 10:32

Can anyone tell me if there dipstick has a rubber stop at the top of it when you fully insert it :?:

The reason i ask is my dip stick is shaped...

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Last post by Ian Hulley
23 Mar 2011, 19:32
engine knock

Last post by timwatson « 23 Mar 2011, 18:12
Replies: 7
by timwatson » 23 Mar 2011, 16:29

hi all i have a 1985 transporter 20L lhd
when starting i have a slight banging noise when turning the engine over (would this be the engine mounts)...

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Last post by timwatson
23 Mar 2011, 18:12
Rocker stud Replacement

Last post by Bigroy0 « 23 Mar 2011, 17:25
Replies: 8
by Bigroy0 » 19 Mar 2011, 11:03

Hi everyone wonder if anyone can help?
Was putting telescopic push rod tube on my 2.1wbx
I found that the rocker stubs a damaged! dont know if it...

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Last post by Bigroy0
23 Mar 2011, 17:25
is the oil buzzer related to the spark plugs?

Last post by chuckle-bus-tom « 23 Mar 2011, 16:32
Replies: 17
by chuckle-bus-tom » 21 Mar 2011, 12:26
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is the oil buzzer related to the spark plugs and HT leads in any way?

Here is the full scenario:

I changed the spark plugs, HT leads, Dizzy cap...
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Last post by chuckle-bus-tom
23 Mar 2011, 16:32
exhaust from a t3 1.7d, will it fit a 1.6d?

Last post by thehosepipe « 23 Mar 2011, 08:31

by thehosepipe » 23 Mar 2011, 08:31

Hi Guys

Might be a stupid question, but will an exhaust from a 1.7D fit the 1.6D?

That is to say the exhaust and downpipes, everything up to but...

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Last post by thehosepipe
23 Mar 2011, 08:31
Diesel fuel filter.... How to change

Last post by barsocial « 23 Mar 2011, 08:21
Replies: 14
by mikeymancs » 02 Aug 2010, 13:25

Hello,

As per a previous thread, I am currently having a few issues with a kangaroo problem, ie slowing down from 30 to 20 MPH and then begin...

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Last post by barsocial
23 Mar 2011, 08:21
auto box adjustment

Last post by badbod777 « 23 Mar 2011, 03:12
Replies: 4
by badbod777 » 22 Mar 2011, 21:39

on a t25 2.1i auto,can anyone tell me where i can adjust the gear stick .i go for park but it needs to go abit further forward

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Last post by badbod777
23 Mar 2011, 03:12
CORRECTED POST! Fitting a CJ engine into a CU van.

Last post by ccarpenter79 « 22 Mar 2011, 23:10
Replies: 2
by ccarpenter79 » 22 Mar 2011, 19:24

Sorry - made a mistake with earlier post..... :roll:

Hi,

So after searching for a long time for a decent priced 2.0 CU replacement engine I think...

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Last post by ccarpenter79
22 Mar 2011, 23:10
Info for diesel owners

Last post by matt brighton « 22 Mar 2011, 21:05
Replies: 3
by matt brighton » 21 Mar 2011, 14:25

Hi

I found this link and it has some info diesel owners may find useful..

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Matt - brighton

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Last post by matt brighton
22 Mar 2011, 21:05
Fitting a CT engine into CU van

Last post by ccarpenter79 « 22 Mar 2011, 20:00
Replies: 5
by ccarpenter79 » 22 Mar 2011, 17:29

Hi,

So after searching for a long time for a decent priced CU replacement engine I think I may have another decent option of fitting a CT engine. I...

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Last post by ccarpenter79
22 Mar 2011, 20:00
accelerator pump diaphram..1.9 petrol 1986 piersburg

Last post by holdenadam « 22 Mar 2011, 20:00
Replies: 7
by holdenadam » 22 Mar 2011, 13:28

Just took the accelerator pump off my carb as there is a lack of power when setting off.
the small round orange rubber bit ( i assume is the...

7 Replies

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Last post by holdenadam
22 Mar 2011, 20:00
van wont fire up

Last post by Mocki « 22 Mar 2011, 19:10
Replies: 5
by geoff42 » 21 Mar 2011, 20:09

just tried to start me 1.6 diesel van after a year off the road its got brand new battery turning over really well wont fire up tried easy start in...

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Last post by Mocki
22 Mar 2011, 19:10
usual "van wont start" problem

Last post by elmo makaroy « 22 Mar 2011, 19:02
Replies: 37
by elmo makaroy » 18 Mar 2011, 19:15
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van has been running fine for a while now, jumped in it just now and it started, then spluttered, then died, now it just starts and the splutters and...
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Last post by elmo makaroy
22 Mar 2011, 19:02
Air Filter Hose

Last post by kevtherev « 22 Mar 2011, 16:07
Replies: 13
by iancc » 17 Mar 2011, 22:36

Hi,

Should there be a hose for intake air into the air filter. I currently just have a hole in the casing of the air filter but no hose. If i should...

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Last post by kevtherev
22 Mar 2011, 16:07
heeelp, OIL LIGHT??!!

Last post by kevtherev « 22 Mar 2011, 15:21

by kevtherev » 22 Mar 2011, 15:21

welcome to the forum

nice intro

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Last post by kevtherev
22 Mar 2011, 15:21
Fuel in Exhaust and loss of power on hard acceleration

Last post by Mocki « 21 Mar 2011, 22:26
Replies: 18
by MrBeard » 20 Mar 2011, 18:23
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Subject pretty much says it all.

When I press hard on accelerator there is a momentary pause then it kicks in. Other wise the engine runs smoothly....
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Last post by Mocki
21 Mar 2011, 22:26
Good Mechanic needed South East Kent

Last post by Swampy « 21 Mar 2011, 21:35
Replies: 1
by looking4aT25 » 20 Mar 2011, 20:42

Hi All,
My local garage is finding it hard to set my carbs up, we are only getting 15 to the gallon, any recommendations for a mechanic in South east...

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Last post by Swampy
21 Mar 2011, 21:35
Fuel Tank Connections

Last post by bmouthboyo « 21 Mar 2011, 21:32
Replies: 3
by bmouthboyo » 20 Mar 2011, 11:46

Hi Guys,

I am a little stumped. I dropped my fuel tank a few weeks back to fit new water pipes, when I dropped it all the connections etc popped off...

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Last post by bmouthboyo
21 Mar 2011, 21:32
Help...Need a new choke / spring

Last post by kevtherev « 21 Mar 2011, 21:02
Replies: 13
by holdenadam » 21 Mar 2011, 18:56

Just took my carb off, 1.9 petrol 1986 Pierburg. Looked at the choke unit and on the inside the small spring has come away from the electrical...

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Last post by kevtherev
21 Mar 2011, 21:02
1600 CT spares

Last post by pistachio « 21 Mar 2011, 19:55
Replies: 4
by o.moore » 06 Mar 2011, 09:27

Dear All, we are newbie’s to the Vdub clubs/forum, and novice owners of a 1981 T25 1600 CT Devon camper. We’ve had the van for around a year of...

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Last post by pistachio
21 Mar 2011, 19:55
Auto Gearbox Part!!!

Last post by Tan « 21 Mar 2011, 18:58
Replies: 4
by Tan » 06 Mar 2011, 19:45

Looking for a Governor cover for my T25, its a 3 Speed automatic gearbox, having trouble finding one, aparently an audi 80 is also campatible?...

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Last post by Tan
21 Mar 2011, 18:58
1.6 td to aaz conversion

Last post by sandyman « 21 Mar 2011, 18:36
Replies: 2
by sandyman » 21 Mar 2011, 17:35

Hi thinking of getting the standard conversion done since engine just about had it. How long should it take a competent mechanic to do and how much...

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Last post by sandyman
21 Mar 2011, 18:36
Flywheel off to remove Spigot bearing probs

Last post by Ian Hulley « 21 Mar 2011, 13:56
Replies: 30
by lozhedgehog » 06 Oct 2010, 17:34
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Hi there all,

I currently have my gearbox out as it needs to be rebuilt (when funds become available). (1987-1900cc, 5 speed petrol)

Following...
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Last post by Ian Hulley
21 Mar 2011, 13:56
Flexible brake pipes catching tyres.

Last post by California Dreamin « 21 Mar 2011, 13:14
Replies: 3
by California Dreamin » 21 Mar 2011, 12:00

I'm not complaining about a particular suppliers brake lines but will ask, do any of you guys suffer from theirs touching the tyres when turning more...

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Last post by California Dreamin
21 Mar 2011, 13:14
Exhaust Mountings 1.6d 1984

Last post by Betsy101 « 21 Mar 2011, 13:12
Replies: 3
by Betsy101 » 20 Mar 2011, 13:57

Have been trying to locate a set of exhaust mountings for the last year. Is the last piece of my engine jigsaw and would love to stop the rattle as...

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Last post by Betsy101
21 Mar 2011, 13:12
New break pads

Last post by Daisy « 21 Mar 2011, 13:08
Replies: 13
by mrdp » 19 Mar 2011, 17:52

Hi All, I have just had the rear drums off ( that was fun getting those little blighters off stuck on the hub ,but much tapping pentrating oil and...

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Last post by Daisy
21 Mar 2011, 13:08
Which starter motor?

Last post by vern4130 « 21 Mar 2011, 11:29
Replies: 2
by vern4130 » 12 Mar 2011, 18:13

Hello everyone,

I'd really appreicate a bit of help from those in the know!

So, after a bit of welding and painting the time has come to get the...

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Last post by vern4130
21 Mar 2011, 11:29
small backfire

Last post by dwayne « 21 Mar 2011, 08:36
Replies: 4
by dwayne » 21 Mar 2011, 07:13

After my van failed on Co emissions I changed all filters plugs and leads cleaned carbs and the little Carb filter. Then I warmed her up and turned...

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Last post by dwayne
21 Mar 2011, 08:36
Why is my t25 clutch biting point right at the floor?!

Last post by marlonj « 20 Mar 2011, 23:15
Replies: 5
by marlonj » 19 Mar 2011, 10:47

Hi everyone as the weather has started to brighten up abit
I decided to get the van ready for the summer months as I'm
Sure everyone is! One slight...

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Last post by marlonj
20 Mar 2011, 23:15
Loss of power when setting off

Last post by holdenadam « 20 Mar 2011, 22:32
Replies: 8
by holdenadam » 20 Mar 2011, 19:44

Hi,
My 1.9 petrol 1986 manual camper starts and ticks over great.
However, especially when the engine is warm, it takes a bit of effort to get it...

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Last post by holdenadam
20 Mar 2011, 22:32
Door Lock

Last post by bitler1@gmail.com « 20 Mar 2011, 22:30
Replies: 4
by Cookster » 20 Mar 2011, 11:08

Got a problem with drivers side door lock, the handle & key are working fine but the mech in the door seems jammed it's not moving up & down as it...

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Last post by bitler1@gmail.com
20 Mar 2011, 22:30
T25 Radiator & Fan Cowl Fittment Problems :(

Last post by billy739 « 20 Mar 2011, 21:37
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by tlammers1979 » 19 Mar 2011, 14:26

Hi there,

Ive got a 1981 T25, 1.6 D non turbo imported from Germany. The radiator began leeking a year or so ago which I bodged knowing full well...

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Last post by billy739
20 Mar 2011, 21:37
Help..rac on the way !

Last post by matt brighton « 20 Mar 2011, 20:13
Replies: 2
by matt brighton » 20 Mar 2011, 15:05

Hi

Tinkering with my cold start lever this morning I took the two rubber pipes off the injectors to get better access.

Having left them off for...

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Last post by matt brighton
20 Mar 2011, 20:13
LPG Conversion

Last post by andyspanners.21 « 20 Mar 2011, 10:49
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by andyspanners.21 » 19 Mar 2011, 14:17

Hi I,m new to the club, have just purchased a 1983 Pop top 1.9 waterboxer thats been standing 20 yrs and I have 2 questions

1. What make of camper...

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Last post by andyspanners.21
20 Mar 2011, 10:49
Cleaning inside the petrol tank....

Last post by hammy44 « 20 Mar 2011, 10:00
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by 1_eyed_jim » 18 Mar 2011, 22:18

Hi tomorrow i have to remove the fuel tank and clean it out. Was just wondering if anyone had any tips on doing this?

Thanks

Rob

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Last post by hammy44
20 Mar 2011, 10:00
Water flow direction help

Last post by kevtherev « 20 Mar 2011, 08:16
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by sciroccotune » 15 Mar 2011, 22:12

Hi guys,

Just need to check something.

Which way way does the water flow into the radiator on a diesel.

I.e does it enter at the top or at the...

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Last post by kevtherev
20 Mar 2011, 08:16
Found the leak

Last post by T'Onion « 19 Mar 2011, 15:20
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by kevtherev » 19 Mar 2011, 15:15

kept losing coolant
saw a gleam of water around the sensor on top of the header tank
undid it and bingo, it fell to bits

the coolant would...

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Last post by T'Onion
19 Mar 2011, 15:20
reconditioned engined needed

Last post by kevtherev « 19 Mar 2011, 14:19
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by madangus » 19 Mar 2011, 10:42

Hello everyone,

My 1988 T25 1.6TD diesel engine has finally given in

But I dont know where to start to look for one, I am based in Warrington my...

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19 Mar 2011, 14:19

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